Discretionary appointment of counsel
New Jersey
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Legislation
, Custody Disputes - Children
In matters related to the custody of children, “[t]he court, for good cause and upon its own motion, may appoint a guardian ad litem or an attorney or both to represent the minor child’s interests. The court shall have the authority to award a counsel fee to the guardian ad litem and the attorney and to assess that costs between the parties to the litigation.” N. J. Stat. Ann. § 9:2-4(c).
Appointment of Counsel: Discretionary
Qualified: No
